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Richard vs Edmond

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#232
Total SSA Count
1,539
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Richard Rank #232
Edmond Rank #2,266

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #2266 for Edmond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard or Edmond more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Edmond at #2266 in the United States.

What do Richard and Edmond mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Edmond means "wealthy protector" (Old English origin).

Are Richard and Edmond boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Edmond is primarily a boy name.

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